The Hobbit of Flores Island: Brain Evolution and Intelligence in Miniature Humans

Explore the groundbreaking discovery of Homo floresiensis, a miniature human species that lived 18,000 years ago on Flores Island, Indonesia. Delve into the fascinating details of the 'Hobbit,' a three-foot-tall woman with unique physical characteristics, and examine the archaeological evidence suggesting advanced tool-making, hunting, and cooking abilities despite her small brain size. Analyze the implications of 3DCT reconstructions of the Hobbit's braincase for understanding brain evolution and intelligence throughout human history. Investigate topics such as island effect, pygmies, relative brain size, microcephaly, and comparisons with other primates and human ancestors. Gain insights into the ongoing scientific debate surrounding this remarkable find and its significance for our understanding of human evolution.